Phil Cobb's Dinner For Four
Phil Cobb's Dinner For Four

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Phil Cobb's Dinner For Four

2012
Movie
81 min
English

Phil Cobb is an ex-chef turned mortgage broker whose clairvoyant ex-girlfriend tells him he's going to die after one of his dinner parties.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users75%
Director: Phil CobbGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A socially awkward but well-meaning man invites three strangers to his apartment for dinner in an attempt to find companionship. As the evening unfolds, unexpected revelations and awkward encounters test the boundaries of politeness and friendship.

Critical Reception

Phil Cobb's Dinner For Four received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its ambitious, character-driven narrative and strong performances, while some found its pacing uneven and its conclusion somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of social awkwardness and the complexities of human connection.

  • Lauded for the lead actor's nuanced performance and the film's heartfelt, if sometimes understated, humor.

  • Some reviewers noted that the film's plot meanders at times, and the resolution felt slightly underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's relatable characters and its exploration of loneliness and the search for connection, with many finding it a touching and thought-provoking independent film.

Fun Fact

The apartment used for the majority of the film's setting was actually director Phil Cobb's own apartment at the time of filming.

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